Lake Acker Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Acker Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 61.3% in TX) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 470 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | TX00582 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Acker Dam?
Lake Acker Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Acker Dam?
Lake Acker Dam is owned by CITY OF JACKSONVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Acker Dam built?
Lake Acker Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Acker Dam?
Lake Acker Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Acker Dam?
Lake Acker Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Lake Acker Dam last inspected?
Lake Acker Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.